Theme Park Girl 1,966 Report post Posted May 3, 2017 (edited) Took these this afternoon at DW after being tipped off by a member here (not sure if they want to be identified, please feel free to speak up - you know who you are 😆👍) but it appears that some early removal work may have finally begun on Eureka Mountain? Really not sure what the go is, but will be keeping a close eye on this spot over coming weeks to see if anything further eventuates... Edited May 3, 2017 by Theme Park Girl Edited the topic title in light of new info Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
New display name 2,955 Report post Posted May 3, 2017 (edited) It was only the other week the door trim change was picked up. The way the mountain has been cut into and left exposed should now stop any asbestos being in the mountain talk. Edited May 3, 2017 by Skeeta Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
themagician 4,731 Report post Posted May 3, 2017 Well, it's only been 10.5 years, but it looks like it's finally happening. I really do hope they are removing the whole mountain Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
New display name 2,955 Report post Posted May 3, 2017 @themagician I agree. It needs to go. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Santa07 1,023 Report post Posted May 3, 2017 Long shot here, but could that mean the park also has other plans now for perhaps a new attraction in that area? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Reanimated35 3,493 Report post Posted May 3, 2017 I'd guess more likely they're removing some or all of it to clear up the image of that area and make room for the memorial and replacement. Probably a good time for it if they're removing the rapids anyway. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jack.c 125 Report post Posted May 3, 2017 They should build an RMC over the top of it and call it a day! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GC Theme Parks 56 Report post Posted May 3, 2017 It will be interesting to see what happens. I hope they are taking it down and begin the rebuilding process of the area. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
themagician 4,731 Report post Posted May 3, 2017 Just a thought. If they were taking down the mountain already, surely there would be scaffolding visible around this area? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brad2912 3,526 Report post Posted May 3, 2017 Are you suggesting the side just fell off without intervention? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
themagician 4,731 Report post Posted May 3, 2017 Well it could've been taken down a while ago, and we didn't notice, or this point is accessible without scaffolding Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LORD_Noodle 20 Report post Posted May 3, 2017 Would be good to see a whole new theme in that area although is the buzzsaw intergrated into the eureka mining theme? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Theme Park Girl 1,966 Report post Posted May 3, 2017 (edited) OK, so I've done some digging this evening and managed to find out some more info in regards to what the hole in the Mountain is about. If it's true, it's not as exciting as initially thought, which is a bit of a bummer! 😕 Ive been told it's aftermath of damage done by ex-TC Debbie when she paid a visit last month. I hadn't actually noticed it until now, when @Twilight Zone messaged me and brought it to my attention as apparent evidence of early removal work. I'm sorry for the false alarm, but yeah... the only demolition work done here was by some serious rain and gusts of wind lol. That all said, I still think it's a worthwhile topic of discussion... it will be interesting to see if they bother to patch the hole up or not. I think this will be a big indication as to whether they intend to keep or scrap the mountain in future? Esp since they recently added that new door frame, as per @Skeeta's post above 😮 Edited May 3, 2017 by Theme Park Girl Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Santa07 1,023 Report post Posted May 3, 2017 well... damn Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bladex 205 Report post Posted May 4, 2017 they might as well finish what the storm started now they have no excuses now not to take it down. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GC Theme Parks 56 Report post Posted May 4, 2017 I just wish they would remove it, since they announced they would shut down TRRR the whole area has nothing, it's a big area at the front of the park where they could definitely build a new ride or even a new themed area and just rename the buzzsaw. In any case I hope something happens sooner rather then later. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CruiseSF 35 Report post Posted May 4, 2017 5 hours ago, bladex said: they might as well finish what the storm started now they have no excuses now not to take it down. Except the fact it's used as storage. With no where to suddenly move everything stored inside. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wikiverse 259 Report post Posted May 11, 2017 On 04/05/2017 at 6:19 PM, CruiseSF said: Except the fact it's used as storage. With no where to suddenly move everything stored inside. Kevil Hill - at least as a temporary measure until they build more permanent storage facilities. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Theme Park Girl 1,966 Report post Posted May 11, 2017 4 hours ago, wikiverse said: Kevil Hill - at least as a temporary measure until they build more permanent storage facilities. They still open Kevil Hill over school holiday periods, though. So not really ideal as a storage spot either when they allow public access every 2-3 months, and subsequently upkeep the inside theming and what not. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Park Addict 93 369 Report post Posted May 11, 2017 Kevil Hill is also open on weekends Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
